Several types of equipment can assist in bed transfers, including:
- Transfer Boards: These are smooth, rigid boards placed between two surfaces to help patients slide from one to the other. - Transfer Belts: Also known as gait belts, these are used to provide additional support and stability. - Mechanical Lifts: Devices like Hoyer lifts can lift and move patients who are unable to assist in their transfer. - Slide Sheets: These reduce friction and make it easier to move patients in bed.
